Case Manager EH

Volunteers of America Upstate NY•City of Binghamton, NY

19d•$22 - $23

About The Position

Make a difference in a family's life! Volunteers of America Upstate New York's continuum of residential programs offer homeless & low-income individuals and families safe housing and support services. We provide long-term solutions to the problems of homelessness, addiction, incarceration, and poverty by helping the people we serve overcome obstacles and develop healthier, more self-sufficient lives. Case Manager - Community Based Residential Programs JOB SUMMARY To provide case management to 15 male parolees and assist as needed with other VOA program clients.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field or equivalent experience and skill sets
Minimum of two years relevant experience
NYS Drivers License
Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed
Strong organizational skills
Working knowledge of MS Office products
Flexibility required to respond to emergency client needs

Responsibilities

Provide all aspects of case management for a caseload of 15 people on parole, including individual support and group facilitation.
Conduct assessments and/or provide appropriate community referrals for mental health and substance abuse treatment.
Conduct assessments and/or provide appropriate referrals relevant to securing employment or job readiness training.
Assist residents in securing permanent housing at the completion of the program.
Develop and maintain effective community partnerships to increase resources available to the people on the caseload.
Evaluate program outcomes on an on-going basis, and work with supervisor to continuously make VOAs services more effective.
Ensure compliance with the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision Program, PREA, VOA policies and other relevant regulations.
Maintain accurate records for all clients in accordance with VOA guidelines and relevant regulatory, agency and funding source standards.
Perform all PREA-related requirements as specified in agency PREA policies.
Prepare reports for the agency and funders as required.
Other duties as directed.